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What is the pricing structure for the Court Room and Library business space?

The Court Room and Library combination is available as a Day Delegate Rate (DDR) package at £107.10+VAT per person, with a minimum of 100 guests. This includes venue hire from 9am-5pm with organiser access from 8am, full AV equipment, and comprehensive catering throughout the day. For smaller meetings, individual room hire rates would apply but specific pricing wasn't detailed in available information.

What capacity limits apply to the Court Room and Library spaces?

The Court Room can accommodate up to 160 people for conferences in theatre-style seating, while the Library serves as an anteroom for up to 90 guests for networking or refreshments. For the combined DDR package, there's a minimum requirement of 100 guests, and if numbers exceed 120, the venue recommends using the Banqueting Hall and River Room instead.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are included?

The space includes comprehensive AV: 1 ceiling-mounted data projector with 2.3m x 1.45m screen, 1 handheld microphone, 1 lectern with mounted microphone, PA system with CD/MP3 connectivity, LED lighting package, staging, flipchart, 1Gb/s fibre optic broadband, and hearing aid induction loop. All technical equipment is included in the DDR package pricing.

What catering is included in the Day Delegate Rate package?

The DDR package includes tea, coffee and pastries on arrival, mid-morning tea/coffee and biscuits, classic sandwich lunch with fresh fruit skewers (1.5 rounds per guest with six sandwich types), mid-afternoon tea/coffee and brownies, plus still and sparkling water replenished throughout the day. All catering is served in the Library space.

What are the standard operating hours and access times?

The DDR package provides venue hire from 9am-5pm with organiser access from 8am on the event day for setup. Standard access times for other bookings weren't specified, but the venue appears to accommodate various timing requirements based on event needs.

Are there any mandatory additional costs beyond the base package?

The DDR package appears to be all-inclusive for standard corporate events, including manned cloakroom facilities. However, for events requiring security (typically evening events), there would be additional charges at £198.50+VAT, though this is more relevant for evening receptions than daytime business meetings.

What room layouts and seating arrangements are available?

The Court Room features traditional oak paneling and stained glass windows, suitable for theatre-style conferences up to 160 people, boardroom meetings, or U-shape configurations. The space is described as having magnificent oak paneling and natural daylight, creating an elegant environment for corporate functions, AGMs, workshops, and presentations.

What internet and connectivity options are provided?

The venue provides 1Gb/s fibre optic broadband internet connection as part of the package. The PA system includes CD and MP3 connectivity for presentations, and the space is equipped with modern technical infrastructure despite its traditional historic setting.

Is the venue accessible for guests with disabilities?

The venue is described as fully accessible, with a hearing aid induction loop included in the AV package. Detailed accessibility information is available through their AccessAble page, and the venue has 5 parking spaces available for hire just outside the building for guests who require them.

What support services are included with business bookings?

The DDR package includes manned and supervised cloakroom facilities and full event management support. The venue provides comprehensive service including setup assistance and technical support throughout the event, ensuring smooth operation for corporate functions and meetings.